Paralegal

Smithfield Foods; Smithfield (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading American food company is seeking a Paralegal - Contracts to manage legal processes and support contract administration. Responsibilities include contract review, compliance checks, and effective communication with business stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and relevant legal experience. Competitive compensation and a growth-oriented culture are offered in this role.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant legal experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
• Paralegal education or certification and previous experience preferred.
• General understanding of basic state and federal laws preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work with company lawyers to perform paralegal functions involving contracts.
• Review proposed contracts for compliance with company policy.
• Implement processes to improve Law Department efficiency.
• Draft communications related to ongoing and expiring contracts.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to manage complex assignments

Customer service mindset

Proficiency in Microsoft Office products

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Cobblestone or similar contract management software

Job description

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A great job-and a great future-awaits you at Smithfield Foods. We are an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products. We're looking for motivated people who want to join our team and grow lasting and meaningful careers with us. Apply Now!

THE VALUE YOU'LL BRING:

The position summary states the general nature and purpose of the job. Overall accountabilities are defined in this section. The Paralegal - Contracts is responsible for administering law department systems and processes that track and manage contracts; drafting, analyzing and revising contracts and related communications under the supervision of an attorney; and facilitating contract processing between business units and the legal team.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Work with company lawyers to perform paralegal functions involving contracts.
• Review proposed contracts for compliance with company policy and advise appropriate business stakeholders of any noncompliance.
• Implement and execute processes, workflows and tools to improve Law Department efficiency, including contracts review, management and retention.
• Draft communications with outside parties related to ongoing and expiring contracts.

WHAT WE'RE SEEKING:

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four-year college or university and 2+ years of relevant legal experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience, required.
• Paralegal education or certification and previous paralegal experience preferred.
• General understanding of basic state and federal laws preferred.
• General understanding of contracts preferred.
• Ability to speak and write clearly and effectively; establish trust and maintain confidentiality.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex assignments in a fast-paced work environment.
• Excellent computer and technical skills to include proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); experience using Cobblestone or other contract management software a plus.

OTHER SKILLS THAT MAKE YOU STAND OUT:

• Customer service mindset; demonstrated success working with business partners in a fast paced, team-oriented work environment to achieve results.
• Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment.
• Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.

Relocation Package AvailableNo

EEO Information

Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non-job characteristic as directed by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment selection process, please call us at 757-357-1595.